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With regularly appearing we give short stories about important, funny, interesting and inspiring information about the versatile life on our Costas.


Rafting and caves Murcia canyon

author: Remco van Drie
Rafting and caves Murcia canyon - Van Dam Estates

The Almadenes canyon in the province of Murcia is a special attraction for people with quite different interests. Sporty hikers, nature lovers, adventurous climbers, rafters, kayakers and people... Read more

Water sports at the Mar Menor

author: Remco van Drie
Water sports at the Mar Menor - Van Dam Estates

The beaches of the Mar Menor are part of four municipalities: San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier, Los Alcazares and Cartagena. Together they offer visitors a wide and varied range of water sports... Read more

Three weeks of cultural explosion in San Javier

author: Remco van Drie
Three weeks of cultural explosion in San Javier - Van Dam Estates

Residents from a wide region, tourists, and culture enthusiasts can once again indulge in August. Every year, many eagerly anticipate the surprises the international festival of theater, music, and... Read more

The street as an extension of the living room

author: Remco van Drie
The street as an extension of the living room - Van Dam Estates

For many years, it has been completely normal in Spain to view the street as an extension of the living room. In villages and hamlets, it is almost second nature during the warmer months to place a... Read more

Annual festival week in Quesada

author: Remco van Drie
Annual festival week in Quesada - Van Dam Estates

The large residential area of Quesada goes all out every year with a festival week. This is held at the end of July and the beginning of August. In honor of San Justo, the program offers a very... Read more

Karting on the Costas

author: Remco van Drie
Karting on the Costas - Van Dam Estates

High speed and an adrenaline rush go hand in hand on the kart track. It is therefore logical that there are many opportunities for karting in the region. Enthusiasts of all ages can try to find their... Read more

Flamenco festival for the golden melon

author: Remco van Drie
Flamenco festival for the golden melon - Van Dam Estates

The hamlet of Lo Ferro near Torre Pacheco may not seem like the most obvious place to host an international Flamenco festival. Yet, since 1980, the approximately 500 villagers have welcomed many... Read more

Written in the sand to dinosaur remains

author: Remco van Drie
Written in the sand to dinosaur remains - Van Dam Estates

There is little more exciting for a small child than making a unique discovery. What toddler or young child doesn't dream of finding a real treasure or discovering a world they didn’t know... Read more

Habaneras choir singing known worldwide

author: Remco van Drie
Habaneras choir singing known worldwide - Van Dam Estates

The last week of July is traditionally the time when choirs from all corners of the world gather in Torrevieja. Since 1955, the International Habaneras and Polyphony competition has been held. This... Read more

Natural pools on the Costa Blanca

author: Remco van Drie
Natural pools on the Costa Blanca - Van Dam Estates

Away from the coast and the (private) swimming pools, there are the slightly more remote opportunities to swim in nature. There are rivers, waterfalls, leafy ponds and reservoirs in abundance in the... Read more